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Glisten magazine Autumn 2023

The Autumn 2023 edition of Glisten is now available to download.

The Main Event 2023

20th-21st May 2023 – Burleigh Court, Loughborough

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Rare Disease Day 2024.

Rare Disease Day 2024.

Today is Rare Disease Day! This rarest of days, 29th February is a great opportunity to raise awareness about rare conditions. Visit https://www.rarediseaseday.org/ to find out more about how to get involved in this international campaign. Thanks go to all our...

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Virtual Festive Event.

Virtual Festive Event.

AGSD-UK is holding a Virtual Festive Event on the 9th of December at 1.00pm. Come along and make sure you wear a Festive hat, as there will be a prize for the best headgear. We will have a Quiz and time for everyone to catch up. For more information, please contact...

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Newborn Genomes Programme.

Newborn Genomes Programme.

GSDs on list of conditions for inclusion in Newborn Genomes Programme research study. Genomics England has published an initial list of conditions that will be screened for as part of their forthcoming Generation Study, which includes some GSDs. The study will...

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NICE recommends cipaglucosidase alfa plus miglustat.

NICE recommends cipaglucosidase alfa plus miglustat.

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence has today published final guidance recommending cipaglucosidase alfa (CIPA) plus miglustat, within its marketing authorisation, as an option for treating late-onset Pompe disease in adults.

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Seminar for people affected by neuromuscular diseases.

Seminar for people affected by neuromuscular diseases.

Seminar Thursday 18th May - 5PM UK The research team at Newcastle University's John Walton centre are keen for people affected by neuromuscular conditions to join a seminar on 18th May: ‘We are glad to announce that we will be delivering a seminar on the 18 May at...

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  • National support group for those affected by Glycogen Storage Disease (GSD) and their families.
  • Membership based with an elected board of trustees.
  • A company limited by guarantee and a registered charity.
  • Collaborators with UK rare disease and international GSD groups.

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